A review by bellsterblister
The Pants Project by Cat Clarke

5.0

This book was wonderful. There was never a lull in excitement. It shares an important message that becomes more important as the days go on in real life.
We follow the main character as she begins to realize she is a he (I will use he from here on). He gets bullied for who he is before he even realizes who he is. This books covers homophobia, transphobia, and the representation of invisible illnesses. These topics need to known as our world changes. I enjoy how this book brings these issues up in a way older kids and young teens can enjoy without feeling forced.
I enjoy how the main character did not go back to his former best friend after the popular girls kicked her out. My favorite personality trait of Liv (the main character) was his ability to never backdown and fight for what he believes in no matter the costs.
This book is most likely what a young teen dealing with similar issues could need to take a stand. Even if that teen isn’t ready to take a stand or to come out they could still feel empowered and comforted by the representation featured in this book. Even if that teen is not Transgender the book still has many lessons to teach them.